Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice) Recipe

Name: Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Dish; 1 1/2 cups brown basmati rice, cooked according to packet instructions plus 1/2 tsp of salt (cooled); Canola oil; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 3 shallots, finely sliced; 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced; 1 red chile, deseeded and finely diced; 1.5 tablespoons kecap manis; 1 teaspoon fermented shrimp paste; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 2 teaspoons concentrated tomato paste; 2 medium carrots, diced into small pieces; 3 cups Tuscan kale (or green cabbage), finely sliced; 2 tablespoons lime juice; Salt and black pepper; To serve; 4 eggs; Finely chopped fresh cilantro; Lime wedges; Sambal oelek (or other hot chile sauce)

Servings: persons

For the Dish
1 1/2 cups brown basmati rice, cooked according to packet instructions plus 1/2 tsp of salt (cooled)
Canola oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 shallots, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely sliced
1 red chile, deseeded and finely diced
1.5 tablespoons kecap manis
1 teaspoon fermented shrimp paste
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons concentrated tomato paste
2 medium carrots, diced into small pieces
3 cups Tuscan kale (or green cabbage), finely sliced
2 tablespoons lime juice
Salt and black pepper
To serve
4 eggs
Finely chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges
Sambal oelek (or other hot chile sauce)

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a wok or large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, and fry for 3-4 minutes until they have softened.
2
Add all the remaining ingredients apart from the rice and cook over a medium heat until the vegetables are just cooked through. This should take around 5 minutes. Cover your pan if you can to stop the vegetables drying out. Otherwise, add a splash of water.
3
Add the rice, season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and a generous grind of black pepper and mix it thoroughly with the vegetables until it is coated with the sauce. Add a touch more sesame oil if it is looking a bit dry and then taste and adjust the seasoning.
4
As the rice is warming up, heat some canola oil in a frying pan and begin to fry the eggs, sunny side up.
5
To serve, ladle the fried rice onto a plate and top with a fried egg. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper and finish with a smattering of fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and some sambal oelek on the side.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Dish, 1 1/2 cups brown basmati rice, cooked according to packet instructions plus 1/2 tsp of salt (cooled), Canola oil, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

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Variations & substitutions

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